Edina Community Ed

¿Quieres mejorar tu español? Would you like to improve your Spanish? If so, then this is the course for you! This advanced course is for students who have had previous Spanish classes and are looking to take their skills to the next level. Advanced Spanish will focus on the past tense (preterit and imperfect tenses) and more complex grammatical aspects of conversation including verb tenses and conjugations. Students will learn to express things they’ve done in the past in Spanish as well as broaden their conversational skills. Applicable to new students and previous Intermediate Spanish conversation participants. Ability to access zoom and basic working computer knowledge essential. Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org Phone: (952) 848-3952

Always dreamed of learning Spanish or refreshing your high school Spanish? Then this class is for you! The primary focus of the class will be on building conversational tools in Spanish through interactive practice and exercises. Vocabulary topics will include common greetings and introductions, pronunciation, numbers, food, clothing, likes and dislikes. Grammar topics will include subject pronouns, the verb "estar" conjugation, gender of nouns, and plurality. Participants will learn how to carry on small conversations in Spanish. Each class will include interesting cultural anecdotes including Spanish word origin, dialect differences, and names in Spanish. Like all Futura classes, a dynamic interactive approach will be used to keep the class fun and exciting! Ability to access zoom and basic working computer knowledge essential. Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org Phone: (952) 848-3952

Always dreamed of learning Spanish or refreshing your high school Spanish? Then this class is for you! The primary focus of the class will be on building conversational tools in Spanish through interactive practice and exercises. Vocabulary topics will include common greetings and introductions, pronunciation, numbers, food, clothing, likes and dislikes. Grammar topics will include subject pronouns, the verb estar conjugation, gender of nouns, and plurality. Participants will learn how to carry on small conversations in Spanish and each class will include interesting cultural anecdotes including Spanish word origin, dialect differences, and names in Spanish. Ability to access zoom and basic working computer knowledge essential. Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org Phone: (952) 848-3952

Embark on the next exciting chapter of your language-learning journey with Beginner Spanish Part Two! This course is designed to keep your momentum going as you delve deeper into practical conversational skills and essential builder phrases. You'll gain the confidence to carry on small conversations, from asking for directions to dining out. In this course, you'll expand your vocabulary and grammar knowledge with topics such as weather, seasons, dates (including months and days of the week), and family-related words. You'll also master the conjugations of the verbs ser and tener, fundamental to everyday Spanish. Our cultural discussions will enrich your learning experience, focusing on the importance of food, family, and friendships in Spanish-speaking countries. Immerse yourself in the vibrant cultures and enhance your understanding of the language beyond the classroom. Join us in Beginner Spanish Part Two and continue your journey toward fluency in a fun and supportive environment! Like all Futura classes, a dynamic interactive approach will be used to keep the class fun and exciting! Applicable to new students and previous Beginner Part 1 Spanish conversation participants. Ability to access zoom and basic working computer knowledge essential. Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org Phone: (952) 848-3952

¿Hablas un poquito español? Then this course is for you! Intermediate Spanish is specifically designed for the adult learner who has taken some Spanish in the past but wishes to improve conversational skills. Grammar and vocabulary concepts will include present tense AR verb conjugation, infinitive verbs, future tense with the verb IR, adverbs of frequency, useful prepositions, and more. Participants will practice conversation skills including learning how to make plans and discussing preferences in Spanish. Culture discussions will cover holiday traditions and celebrations in Spanish speaking countries. Like all Futura classes, a dynamic interactive approach will be used to keep the class fun and exciting! Applicable to new students and previous Beginner Spanish Part 1 and 2 conversation participants. Ability to access zoom and basic working computer knowledge essential. Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org Phone: (952) 848-3952

Do you have future aspirations for traveling to a Spanish speaking country? If so, this is the class for you! Participants learn basic conversation skills to get around a Spanish-speaking country with greater ease. This class will include helpful dialogue, greetings, how to barter at a market and order in a restaurant, and how to ask for simple directions. Each class will include a travel related theme to practice real world Spanish! Like all Futura classes, a dynamic and interactive approach will be used to keep the class fun and exciting! Applicable to new students and previous Spanish conversation participants. Ability to access zoom and basic working computer knowledge essential. Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org Phone: (952) 848-3952

Explore the final two interventions in the comprehensive series on brain health across the lifespan, focusing on prevention through practical and easy brain health practices. MOVE: Discover the powerful impact of exercise on brain health. Exercise enhances blood flow, supports healthy blood vessels, and stimulates Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF), crucial for neuronal survival, growth, learning, and memory. SLEEP: Embrace the importance of rest for brain recovery. Quality sleep is essential for overall brain health and function. By the end of this class, you'll be equipped to set personal goals for optimal exercise and sleep. Start from where you are and find support within your community to achieve lasting brain health. Enroll today and prioritize your brain's well-being! Krista Maddock: As a dedicated health educator, Krista specializes in chronic disease prevention and empowering individuals to make informed choices for long-term health. With a background in public health and behavior change, she uses evidence-based practices to support and inspire healthy lifestyles. She holds a bachelor's degree in nursing, an active Minnesota Nursing license, and certifications in Brain Health Coaching and neurodegenerative disease management. Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org Phone: (952) 848-3952

Explore the final two interventions in the comprehensive series on brain health across the lifespan, focusing on prevention through practical and easy brain health practices. MOVE: Discover the powerful impact of exercise on brain health. Exercise enhances blood flow, supports healthy blood vessels, and stimulates Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF), crucial for neuronal survival, growth, learning, and memory. SLEEP: Embrace the importance of rest for brain recovery. Quality sleep is essential for overall brain health and function. By the end of this class, you'll be equipped to set personal goals for optimal exercise and sleep. Start from where you are and find support within your community to achieve lasting brain health. Enroll today and prioritize your brain's well-being! Krista Maddock: As a dedicated health educator, Krista specializes in chronic disease prevention and empowering individuals to make informed choices for long-term health. With a background in public health and behavior change, she uses evidence-based practices to support and inspire healthy lifestyles. She holds a bachelor's degree in nursing, an active Minnesota Nursing license, and certifications in Brain Health Coaching and neurodegenerative disease management. Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org Phone: (952) 848-3952

Leave this class with an embroidery sampler in progress and the knowledge of how to do a variety of stitches. Combined with any of the other embroidery classes or taken on its own it is a great way to learn embroidery or add new stitches to your repertoire. Jan Hagerman: Jan attributes her creative side to her mother, an artist in many mediums and a renowned ceramics and floral instructor. Jan appears regularly on WCCO sharing her DIY knowledge with the community. She is thrilled to share her creativity and knowledge with Edina Community Ed. Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org Phone: (952) 848-3952

Ditch Takeout, Master Meals! Weekend Online Workshop with Megan & Kirsten. Learn fun meal planning (Taco Tuesdays!), delicious recipes, and kitchen hacks (hello Instant Pot!). All Levels Welcome! Get a recipe handout & class recording. Bonus: Dog-free kitchen! Check out what Kirsten's online cooking classes look like here: Farm Fresh Feasts - YouTube Please read our Adult Programming Overview page for all info regarding registration, cancellation, and building info. Adult Programs - Edina Community Ed (edinaschools.org) Registration for all class sessions closes 3 days before the start date. Late Registration: If you miss the deadline but are still interested, you can contact the Community Ed office. Space may be limited, but we'll try our best to accommodate late registrations. Email: communityed@edinaschools.org Phone: (952) 848-3952